A lot of Canadians have been struggling with the impact of inflation, rising grocery bills and other financial challenges in recent months. Trust us, if you feel overwhelmed by the cost of—well, everything—you’re not alone.
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Sometimes, hearing a friend talk about the stock market or their investments can be interesting and educational—but other times, you may be left feeling a little lost. Whether you’re hearing buzzwords, acronyms or phrases that leave you feeling more confused than empowered, understanding financial speak is key to making confident, effective financial decisions.
The markets dip and then they recover—they are inherently in motion and will always have ups and downs—and the secret is knowing how to ride these waves while minimizing risk.
Registered Education Savings Funds are an excellent tool that works well for many families—but don’t forget to consider your own needs for the future, too. Saving for education is important, but so is your retirement. Learn how to tackle both.
Very few people have a singular goal—instead, we each have a series of aspirations we want to achieve over the course of our lives, from the little things to our wildest and biggest dreams.
Here’s a quick Q&A-style breakdown of where to focus when saving, investing and paying down debt.
Saving money is a great goal, but it’s a fairly broad one. Depending on what your specific needs and plans are, several different savings options may work well for you. The secret is knowing which solution to use for each goal!
Debt is a major obstacle for many individuals and families—and when it’s weighing on your financial situation, it can be hard to move forward. Here are a few different approaches to debt reduction and elimination.
You see it, you want it, you buy it—and then comes that steady wave of regret. We’ve all been in this cycle at one point or another, and it doesn’t feel great. But if you’ve gotten into the habit of impulse spending—whether it’s on a regular basis or simply when you’re under stress—it can be difficult to save money and get ahead.
Saving money is one of those things that often sounds easier than it feels. On paper, all you need to do is spend less money than you earn—but in reality, there are bills to pay, unexpected expenses to cover, inflation to consider and a steadily rising cost of living
Buying your first home can feel like an uphill battle—but it doesn’t have to be. With smart planning and the support of your financial health coach, home ownership can be an exciting journey instead of an insurmountable climb.